A Fort Worth family experienced a harrowing close call when a speeding driver lost control of his vehicle and crashed into their backyard, narrowly missing three children who were enjoying a day in the pool. The incident, which unfolded on a Sunday evening, has left the family shaken, despite the fortunate outcome. The crash occurred…
ODESSA — On Tuesday, a legislative committee will convene to hear from the Texas Railroad Commission as the agency prepares to revise its regulations concerning inactive oil and gas wells, a requirement established by state law. The Railroad Commission is responsible for overseeing oil and gas production in Texas, which includes managing nearly 160,000 inactive…
A federal district judge has intervened to block new mail-in voting regulations that were set to complicate the voting process just weeks ahead of the midterm elections. This decision came in response to a lawsuit filed by the Travis County Clerk’s Office. The ruling was issued by U.S. District Judge Carl J. Nichols in Washington,…
A significant black plume of smoke was observed in Southeast Houston on Monday afternoon, following a flaring incident at a local plant triggered by a power outage. Officials from TPC Group Houston Operations reported that their facility, located at 8600 Park Place Boulevard, experienced this unusual event shortly after the power loss. In a communication…
The mother of a murder suspect in Williamson County is advocating for a more thorough investigation into her son’s case, asserting that he acted in self-defense during a deadly incident that took place over a year ago. Shaunathan Raby, who recently marked his 20th birthday behind bars, has been incarcerated for approximately 13 and a…
In conjunction with the GOP midterm convention taking place in Dallas, a new exhibit has opened that chronicles the intricate and controversial relationship between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. During a recent trip to Dallas, while navigating the bustling streets on the second night of the convention at the American Airlines Center, the author found…
An investigation has been initiated by federal authorities following the discovery of missing mail featured in a viral Instagram video. An Oak Cliff resident, Jessica Amador, contacted local media after recognizing her undelivered mail among the stacks shown in the video. The video, which has circulated widely on social media, depicts numerous boxes of mail…
On Sunday, Bo French, the Republican candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner, stirred controversy by posting a series of inflammatory social media messages targeting students of color who were celebrating at a University of Texas football game. His remarks have prompted significant backlash within his party just weeks ahead of the November election. The day after…
A teacher at Hastings High School in Houston sustained injuries during an incident that occurred on campus Monday morning, as confirmed by school officials. In a communication addressed to parents, Principal Dr. William Price detailed that the situation involved a confrontation between a student and a teacher. Emergency responders, along with school personnel, acted swiftly…
Austin’s sweltering summer heat presents a unique challenge for marathon runners, as they embark on their training journeys. Members of the Ship of Fools run club, including KUT’s own Luz Moreno-Lozano, gather early on Saturday mornings, defying the heat in pursuit of their marathon goals. These dedicated athletes rise before dawn, setting their alarms for…
